The Drying Up of Lake Faguibine: Mali

United Nations Environment Program

Lake Faguibine in 2006. In 1974, the lake in Mali covered 228 square miles. But climate change and reduced rainfall have led to the lake's demise. Recent research has linked the loss of the lake to global warming, according to the United Nations Environment Progam.

Lake Faguibine in 2006. In 1974, the lake in Mali covered 228 square miles. But climate change and reduced rainfall have led to the lake's demise. Recent research has linked the loss of the lake to global warming, according to the United Nations Environment Progam. (United Nations Environment Program)

Lake Faguibine in 2006. In 1974, the lake in Mali covered 228 square miles. But climate change and reduced rainfall have led to the lake's demise. Recent research has linked the loss of the lake to global warming, according to the United Nations Environment Progam.